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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Thistle Dew Cottage in Ganges offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, an outdoor fireplace, and a 24-hour front desk. Modern Amenities: The guest house provides free airport shuttle service, a children's playground, and bicycle parking. Additional facilities include a picnic area, outdoor dining area, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Guests appreciate the quality and selection. Prime Location: Located 5 mi from Long Harbor Ferry Terminal and 3.7 mi from Ganges Harbor, the property is close to attractions such as Salt Spring Golf & Country Club (5-minute walk) and Mount Maxwell Park (6.8 mi).
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dorothy
Canada
“Items supplied for breakfast was very good,especially the homemade bread; excellent central location” - Sara
United States
“This cottage is wonderful—so many artistic and fun touches and so many charming features. Even the teenagers were in awe of it. The hostess and her cat were both lovely. We got many great tips about local restaurants which we thankfully followed...” - Paulh
Canada
“Very central location on Salt Spring Island. The host was extremely nice and her cat Oreo was very friendly, as well. The host baked us a welcome cake that was very good. Breakfast was fully stocked for self serve. We really enjoyed the cottage.” - Meghan
Canada
“We loved absolutely everything about the cottage, from its pristine condition, stocked fridge and pantry, to, of course, our most hospitable host. My husband and I were travelling with my retired mother, and it took her all of five minutes into...” - Patricia
United States
“Pauline goes beyond wonderful host. She was right there if you needed her and yet you had plenty of privacy. Highly recommend!” - Robert
United States
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Thistle Dew Cottage. The location was ideal for us. Close enough to Ganges to walk there, easy access to the north end of the island, parks, and beaches. The stocked refrigerator was so nice and the freshly...” - Wynn
United States
“The setting was perfect, a cozy cottage with fresh flowers in every room. Pauline, the host, was as thoughtful as could be. She took an interest in our13 yr old grand daughter, and shared her baking secrets. Her knowledge of the island and what to...” - Dean
Canada
“Liked its location, the way it was set-up, the architecture, the way the host put out fresh snacks anticipating our arrival, and greeted us, and answered questions, etc. They were knowledgeable about the location AND they even gave us an annotated...” - Rita
Canada
“Very clean and comfortable. Everything you need and more. The breakfast items and snacks were so nice to have. The owner was so helpful and kind.” - Serena
Canada
“Pauline thoughtfully provided food and snack in the fridge and pantry. Feels like home!”
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Child policies
Children over 7 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
License number: H044456620, N/A